The Bahá’í Community of Cameroon

Participants at an International Women's Day celebration in Douala, Cameroon.

In 1953, the first Cameroonians became Bahá’ís. Today, there are roughly 40,000 Bahá’ís in nearly 1,800 localities around the country. Bahá’ís believe in universal education and the abolition of all prejudice, whether based on race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, or social background. The Bahá’ís hold study circles on spiritual topics, devotional gatherings, and classes for children about personal virtue and moral education.

In an attempt to raise the quality of life for their fellow citizens in Cameroon, Bahá’ís have started development initiatives in various areas. One agency, Emergence—Foundation for Education and Development, focuses on the empowerment of youth. Another organization, PersPective, is currently participating in a national endeavor to combat river blindness.

Contact Information

Contact Address

The National Spiritual Assemblyof the Bahá’ís of CameroonP.O. Box 4230YaoundéCameroon